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Description
We’re looking for a strong finance professional to partner closely with our marketing leadership team. This position offers a unique opportunity to directly shape the Amazon Fresh growth strategy.
The ideal candidate will be at the forefront of defining marketing investment plans and strategies, working hand-in-hand with our marketing leaders to drive growth while making progress on the path to profit. The role involves analyzing investment performance and providing insights that inform future decisions. Additionally, the successful candidate will play a key role in month-end processes, blending the ability to effectively communicate the business drivers behind the performance with robust accounting expertise (e.g., allocations & accruals).
As part of our dynamic team, you'll regularly engage with senior leadership in a fast-paced environment that encourages fresh ideas and initiative. Our collaborative culture fosters meaningful connections across departments, while providing clear pathways for professional advancement. We invest in our team members' growth through mentorship programs, skill development opportunities, and leadership training to help you achieve your career aspirations.
Key job responsibilities
Marketing Strategy & Investment Planning (30%)
• Partner with marketing leadership to develop and optimize marketing investment strategies
• Create and maintain detailed financial models to forecast ROI across marketing channels
• Lead annual and quarterly marketing budget planning processes
• Evaluate new marketing opportunities and provide financial recommendations
• Design and implement marketing measurement frameworks
Performance Analysis & Reporting (15%)
• Analyze marketing campaign performance and provide actionable insights
• Create executive-level presentations on marketing effectiveness and efficiency
• Develop and maintain marketing performance dashboards
• Identify trends and opportunities for optimization
• Lead regular business reviews with marketing stakeholders
Financial Operations (15%)
• Own month-end close process for marketing expenses
• Manage complex allocation methodologies across multiple business units
• Ensure accurate accrual processes for marketing spend
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance
• Partner with accounting teams to resolve complex transactions
Business Partnership (40%)
• Serve as trusted advisor to marketing leadership team
• Facilitate data-driven decision making across marketing initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally with brand, merchandising, and operations teams
• Present financial analyses and recommendations to senior leadership
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives
• Track record of influencing business decisions through financial analysis
About the team
Who We Are:
The Grocery Finance organization is dedicated to shaping the long-term strategy and future of grocery, omni-channel and new physical store formats across Amazon.
Basic Qualifications
5+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience
BA or BS in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a highly analytical field (e.g., Engineering, Math, Computer Science) and 5+ years of finance experience, or Master’s degree and 3+ years of finance experience
Preferred Qualifications
7+ years of identifying incomplete or inaccurate data, identifying the root cause and creating/implementing an escalation plan experience
7+ years of solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models, analysis, and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g., financial savings, operational improvements, or customer benefits) experience
MBA, or CPA
Knowledge of SQL/ETL
Experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools (examples: SQL, MS Access, Essbase, Cognos) and other financial systems (examples: Oracle, SAP, Lawson, JD Edwards)
Experience delivering forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, and data interpretation of results
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $85,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $179,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.